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The James Kennedy Podcast

The official podcast of musician and author, James Kennedy. Exploring music, politics, society, books and whatever else happens along the way. Featuring awesome guests every week. Subscribe and join the conversation! Check out James"s other pages at : https://linktr.ee/jameskennedyuk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:09:01

#61 - Matthew Alford - The CIA and Hollywood

The James Kennedy Podcast ·

2024/03/07

Dr Matthew Alford is a lecturer in politics at Bath University, an author, documentary film maker and a leading authority on the governments relationship with Hollywood. In this episode we chat about how Chomsky's Propaganda Model applies to movie making in maintaining America's image both at home and around the world using real examples from movies such as Top Gun, American Sniper, Hulk, Independence Day, Meet The Parents and Iron Man. Matthew explains how the department of defense, the CIA and the

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1:17:04

#60 - Dr Dean Burnett - the brain, emotions,...

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2024/02/28

Dr Dean Burnett is a neuro-scientist, a lecturer, a best selling author and a podcasterfrom South Wales. On this episode he chats with me about how the brain works, the role of emotions, neuroplasticity, social media, AI, evolution, the brains flaws, trauma, the interesting effect that music has on the brain, psychedelics and much more. A fascinating and fun conversation. Dean can be found at : www.deanburnett.comPlease subscribe to the podcast for more episodes every week!Support the podcast at :

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#59 - Mario Radetzky & Blackout Problems bring the Riot

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2024/02/21

Mario Radetzky is the singer in the German band, 'Blackout Problems'. On this episode, we chat about their brand new album 'Riot', mixing the personal and political through their lyrics, self producing, touring the UK after Brexit, their insane tour with Enter Shikari and Fever 333...and service stations! Blackout Problems can be found at : https://www.blackoutproblems.comPlease subscribe to the podcast for more episodes every week!Support the podcast at :

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1:08:30

#58 - Srecko Horvat - Empire, Europe, AI, the future...

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2024/02/11

Srećko Horvat is a Croatian philosopher, author and political activist. Here we chat about the clashing empires of the USA, Russia and China, AI, Europe, Günther Anders, Yanis Varoufakis, Julian Assange, Jeremy Corbyn, immigration, the left, the climate crisis, Kafka, what he's doing with the ISSA school on the island of Vis...and his surprising background in punk rock and our mutual love of Rage Against The Machine. It's a deep, broad and thought provoking conversation. Srećko can be found at :

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#57 - Andy Farrow - Music Industry insights for 2024

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2024/02/04

Andy Farrow has been a record label owner, artist manager, music publisher, tour booker and much more for over 30 years. He's the MD of the mighty Northern Music Company who currently represent Opeth, Paradise Lost, Katatonia & Devin Townsend amongst many others. On this episode we chat about Andy's thoughts on how the music industry changed, the importance of touring, marketing, social media, AI, getting signed and lots of advice for DIY bands. Northern Music can be found at

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1:02:40

#56 - Hannah Wicklund - 'The Prize' of independence

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2024/01/09

Hannah Wicklund is an american singer songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and band leader whose brand new album, The Prize is out this week. On this episode we chat about her rollercoaster career so far, the music industry, being independent, touring, art and writing her new album 'The Prize'. Hannah can be found at : https://www.instagram.com/hannahwicklundAnd 'The Prize' can be found at : https://shop.hannahwicklund.com/collections/musicPlease subscribe to the podcast for more episodes every

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#55 - Sarah Wilson - living the wild life and saving...

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2023/11/29

Sarah Wilson is a multi New York Times best selling author, founder of the 'I Quit Sugar' movement, an international keynote speaker, a philosopher, a teacher, a minimalist, an explorer - host of the excellent WILD podcast and one of the Top 200 most influential authors in the world.She is the former editor of Cosmopolitan Magazine Australia & host of the first season of Australia's Masterchef, the most watched TV series show in the country's history. On this episode, we chat about the climate

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#54 - Yes Cymru - the case for Welsh Independence

The James Kennedy Podcast ·

2023/10/15

Gwern Gwynfil is the CEO of Yes Cymru, the campaign for Welsh Independence. On this episode we take a deep dive into the case for independence for Wales, what it would mean for the UK, the example of Slovenia and Iceland, how you can help - and much more! Yes Cymru can be found at : https://www.yes.cymruPlease subscribe to the podcast for more episodes every week!Support the podcast at : ⁠https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jameskennedyukMore about me at : ⁠https://linktr.ee/jameskennedyuk⁠And check

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1:24:11

#53 - Dan Donnelly - The Levellers

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2023/09/14

Dan Donnelly is a Northern Irish songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and a member of The Levellers. On this episode, he chats with me about growing up in Northern Ireland, the music industry, joining The Levellers, songwriting, mental health, politics and music streaming as well as sharing some hilarious stories, advice for young bands and convincing me that it's time for a benevolent dictator. This was a fun and insightful chat, I hope you enjoy it. Dan Donnelly can be found at

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51:28

#52 - Frankie Poullain - The Darkness

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2023/08/29

Frankie Poullain is the Bassist in the multi-platinum band, The Darkness. We chat about the band's 20th anniversary reissue of their album 'Permission to Land...Again', their upcoming tours & documentary as well as the music industry, the reality of life in a band and even a little politics. The Darkness can be found at : https://www.thedarknesslive.comPlease subscribe to the podcast for more episodes every week!Support the podcast at :

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43:56

#51 - We Three - 'Love Me' - art and honesty

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2023/07/18

'We Three' are an Alt Pop band from Oregon, USA comprised of three siblings - Manny, Bethany and Joshua Humlie. They were the 2018 semi-finalists of America's Got Talent and have built a large and passionate global audience with their viral videos and songs that tackle issues including mental health, gender identity, religion, LGBT issues, love and more. On this episode, we chat about their brand new album 'Love Me', their writing and recording process, their fanbase, social

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52:36

#50 - Marina Purkiss - Telling it like it is...

The James Kennedy Podcast ·

2023/06/14

Marina Purkiss is a political commentator, writer, presenter and host of The Trawl podcast with Jemma Forte. In this episode we chat Tories, the Labour Party, Brexit, corruption, the media, Boris Johnson, protest, democracy and what a better future could look like. Marina takes no prisoners. She can be found at : https://twitter.com/MarinaPurkissand The Trawl is at : https://linktr.ee/thetrawlpodcastPlease subscribe to the podcast for more episodes every week!Support the podcast at :

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#49 - Help Musicians - mental health, money & music

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2023/05/18

Sarah Woods is the chief executive of 'Help Musicians', the brilliant charity that gives support to musicians with their mental health, financial insecurity, career guidance and lots more. Here we discuss why these issues are so prevalent in the music industry, has it always been that way, what are the new challenges we face, how Help Musicians can help and tons more. Help Musicians can be found at : www.helpmusicians.org.ukPlease subscribe to the podcast for more episodes every week!Support

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#48 - Bob Roth - Transcendental Meditation 101

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2023/04/16

Bob Roth is the Executive Director of the David Lynch Foundation, best selling author, podcast host and charity director as well as one of the most sought after meditation teachers in the USA. He has personally taught thousands of people the practice of Transcendental Meditation including many celebrities such as Tom Hanks, Oprah Winfrey, Russell Brand and Hugh Jackman. Here he chats with me about what Transcendental Meditation is, the science behind it, why we could all benefit from it and shares

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#47 - James Watt - Brewdog - Lessons from the punks

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2023/04/06

James Watt is the co-founder of Brewdog, the insanely popular craft beer brand that embraced the principles of punk rock to disrupt a market and dominate the headlines with their provocative and creative approach to business and marketing, which took the company from two men and a dog to a billion dollar global brand. On this episode, James shares his wisdom on business and marketing, the importance of balance, climate change, punk rock, tips, advice and ice baths. James Watt can be found at :

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#46 - Mark Schaefer - Marketing essentials for 2023

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2023/03/22

Mark Schaefer is one of the worlds leading marketing experts as well as an author, public speaker, blogger, podcaster and educator. His clients include companies like Adidas, Dell, Pfizer & Microsoft and his best selling books include 'Marketing Rebellion', 'Known' and 'Belonging to The Brand'. He has spoken in 35 countries, his books have been translated into 14 languages and his podcast has been downloaded more than ONE and a half million times. Here he shares his

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#45 - Rou Reynolds - Enter Shikari

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2023/03/12

Rou Reynolds is the singer in the hugely popular band, Enter Shikari, as well as an author, producer and video director. On this episode we talk about the bands forthcoming album 'A Kiss For The Whole World' and latest tour news as well as Rou's thoughts on the music industry, the power of art, politics, hope, community, system change and our band logo's being the same! Enter Shikari can be found at :www.entershikari.comPlease subscribe to the podcast for more episodes every week!Support the podcast

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1:16:49

#44 - Simon Raymonde - Cocteau Twins & Bella Union...

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2023/03/08

Simon Raymonde is a member of the genre defining band 'Cocteau Twins' and the owner of the legendary Bella Union Records where his artists include John Grant, Ezra Furman, Beach House, Explosions in the Sky, the Flaming Lips & Tim Burgess among many others. On this episode, I get Simon's generous insights on the music industry, Spotify, touring, independence, the importance of building a scene, social media, his forthcoming book and how NOT to contact him! Simon can be followed at :

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1:13:56

#43 - Steve Barney - Life as a session drummer before...

The James Kennedy Podcast ·

2023/03/01

Steve Barney is a session drummer who, for the past 30 years has performed with artists including Anastacia, Annie Lennox, Jeff Beck, The Wanted, Will Young, Gianna Nannini and many others. He is also the author of the viral open letter about how it all came to a crushing pause after Brexit as a result of the 90 in 180 rule. We chat about Steve's career, life as a session musician, advice for upcoming musicians, working with Jeff Beck and Annie Lennox and of course, the issue of Brexit and how it is

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#42 - Richard Wilkinson - Why equality is better for...

The James Kennedy Podcast ·

2023/02/23

Professor Richard Wilkinson is an epidemiologist, professor Emeritus of social epidemiology at the University of Nottingham, co-founder of the Equality Trust and co-author of the books, 'The Spirit Level' and 'The Inner Level' with his wife, professor Kate Pickett. Here we chat about why economic and social inequality is the root cause of a whole range of social issues including crime, mental health, obesity, life expectancy and many others and why equality really is better for everyone. We compare

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